Jonathan Laor
About Jonathan Laor
Jonathan Laor serves as the President and CEO & Co-Founder of Applicaster, where he has worked since 2010. With a strong background in consulting and a focus on enhancing digital strategies for media companies, he has held various roles in the industry, including positions at YW Consulting and Israel HealthCare Ventures.
Current Role at Applicaster
Jonathan Laor serves as the President of Applicaster, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he directs the Applicaster platform, focusing on providing essential tools for media companies and content distributors. His leadership aims to enhance digital strategies and operations within the industry. Laor also holds the title of CEO and Co-Founder at Applicaster, a position he has maintained since 2010.
Previous Experience at YW Consulting
Before joining Applicaster, Jonathan Laor worked at YW Consulting as a Senior Engagement Manager from 2006 to 2009. He spent three years in the Tel Aviv Area, Israel, where he developed a strong consulting background. Additionally, he served as an Entrepreneur In Residence at YW Consulting for one year, from 2009 to 2010.
Professional Background in Healthcare and Defense
Jonathan Laor has experience in the healthcare sector, having worked as a Deal Flow Manager at Israel HealthCare Ventures (IHCV) from 2005 to 2006. His professional journey also includes service in the Israel Defence Forces (IDF), where he held the positions of Researcher from 2001 to 2003 and Lieutenant from 2003 to 2004.
Education and Academic Qualifications
Jonathan Laor studied at Columbia Business School, where he completed an Executive Program and earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA). He also attended Tel Aviv University, further enhancing his academic credentials and expertise in business management.
Consulting Expertise and Industry Impact
Laor possesses a strong consulting background, having assisted world-leading broadcasters, publishers, MSOs, and brands in creating strategic mobile properties. His keen interest lies in developing new connected ideas and transforming them into reality for both national and global audiences.